A statement on the MotoGP website read: “Following an incident during Round 4 of the FIM CEV Repsol Moto3 Junior World Championship at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, it is with great sadness that we report the passing of Andreas Perez Manresa.

“The incident happened in the second race of the day for the Moto3 category, with the Red Flag shown immediately.

“The rider received medical attention at the side of the track before then being transferred to the Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau by helicopter.

“Despite the best efforts of the circuit medical staff and those at the hospital, Perez sadly succumbed to his injuries.”

“The FIM, Dorna, the RFME and the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya wish to pass on their condolences to the family, friends and team of Perez.”